Norco Composites & GRP
Norco Composites & GRP is a leading manufacturer of composite structures for both the commercial and defence industries. They specialise in production of surface vessels, submarines, mast-raising equipment, satcom and defence radomes, and unmanned underwater vehicles. With a strong emphasis on innovation and quality, Norco consistently delivers composites manufacturing solutions for their customers.
Submarine Mast Raising Equipment - Norco have significantly contributed to the success of MacTaggart Scott's Quiet Modular Mast (QMM) system, used in submarines. Specialising in advanced carbon and glass fibre, Norco's expertise enhances the QMM's features: rapid installation, low radar signature, and minimal weight. This collaboration underscores Norco's pivotal role in modernising submarine technology with robust, adaptable solutions.
Electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft - Norco played a pivotal role in developing Skyfly Technologies Ltd's Skyfly Axe, an innovative electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Norco's expertise was instrumental from the project's inception, designing and creating the fuselage patterns and composite tooling. Their advanced techniques in laminating and infusing the fuselage as a single piece significantly expedited the development, showcasing Norco's crucial contribution to this cutting-edge aircraft project.
Naval Patrol Vessels - Norco manufactured the complete structure for two Royal Navy Patrol Launch (RNPL) vessels. These crafts, built and supported by Marine Specialised Technology Ltd. (MST), replace HMS Sabre and HMS Scimitar, enhancing the Royal Navy Gibraltar Squadron's maritime operations. Norco's contribution highlights their vital impact on advancing naval capabilities.